We are looking for a Lead Software Engineer - Java with Azure to lead the design, build, and upkeep of modern backend systems and microservices on Azure. You will drive delivery from design through release, strengthen API and performance quality, and partner closely with Agile/Scrum teammates.

Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain applications using Java (Spring Boot and Microservices)
Own features end-to-end from idea to production rollout, ensuring scalability and performance
Participate across the software development lifecycle, including analysis, design, testing, and release
Write clean, testable, reusable code and perform thorough code reviews to uphold quality standards
Troubleshoot and resolve backend or frontend issues across multiple environments
Build and consume RESTful APIs to enable smooth frontend-backend integration
Optimize backend performance, including API latency and database queries
Contribute to CI/CD pipelines
Collaborate effectively within Agile/Scrum ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives

Requirements




8+ years of overall software development experience
8+ years of professional experience in full-stack development using Java (Spring Boot) and Azure
Hands-on experience building solutions with Java and Spring Framework
Positive knowledge of APIs and microservices architecture
Solid proficiency in Java 17, Spring Boot 3.1.2, Spring Framework 6.0.7, Hibernate, RESTful API design, and modular frontend architecture
Practical experience implementing CI/CD pipelines using Azure Pipeline, Jenkins, and GitLab CI
Solid understanding of microservices and event-driven architecture
Working knowledge of cloud environments, especially Azure (e.g., Azure Data Factory, Databricks, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure Functions (serverless))
Robust debugging and troubleshooting skills across the stack
Ability to collaborate in Agile/Scrum teams with clear, effective communication
English proficiency at B2 (Upper-Intermediate) for communication and documentation

📌 Lead Software Engineer Java With Azure Hyderabad (India)
🏢 EPAM Systems
📍 India